With reference to Sarah Forster's report Abu Dhabi gives free flights home to Covid-19 frontline workers (October 12): that is such a decent thing to do. They of all people deserve this.
Hussain Ibnu Bukhari, Dubai
Iraq deserves stability
With reference to the article by Sinan Mahmoud and Mina Aldroubi Iraq elections body says manual count of sample votes matches early results (October 13): Iraq deserves political and economic stability. That this is the fifth election since 2003, when America invaded the country, doesn't instil faith in Iraq's political class. The people of Iraq have suffered too much, even after the rule of Saddam Hussein.
Narain Lodha, Jaipur, India
Finland's coffee records: 12 kgs per person every year
With reference to Nick Webster's report Finland serves coffee in machine powered by the air we breathe at Expo 2020 Dubai (October 12): it's quite something that Finns drink more shots of coffee per head of population than any other country, as the article mentions.
Neil Squibs Younger, Abu Dhabi
Condolences to a doctor's family
With regard to Sarah Forster's report Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid mourns first Emirati doctor (October 11): Saddening. I've met Dr Ahmed Kazim on several occasions. Condolences to his family.
Randall Mohammed, Dubai
Palestinian films to watch at the weekend
With reference to Samia Badih's write-up Award-winning Palestinian films coming to Netflix: five titles not to miss (October 11): God bless those who made this possible.
Foued Issa, Roseau, Dominica
The line-up is great. Looking forward to watching.
Asim Qureshi, Karachi, Pakistan
The trailers are so good. I can't wait to watch.
Fadi Nizar Alhayek, Vancouver, Canada
All children can be great performers
With reference to Georgia Tolley's piece Mira Singh returns to explore Expo 2020 Dubai after starring in opening ceremony (October 12): she's a talented girl and luck plays in her favour.
Onminlal Mate, Shillong, India
All children at the Expo 2020 Young Stars programme did well. All of them are stars. So many of these children are talented. They are able to perform in front of large audiences and pull off all kinds of theatrical feats. It's very important that they have the right support. She did really well, as did many others kids. Yes, she was very lucky to get the opportunity.
Wajida Abdullah, Abu Dhabi
Congratulations to the parents. She did a beautiful presentation at the opening ceremony.
Ginette Turgeon, Montreal, Canada
Jewel of the Expo 2020
252 projectors installed on Al Wasl dome
13.6km of steel used in the structure that makes it equal in length to 16 Burj Khalifas
550 tonnes of moulded steel were raised last year to cap the dome
724,000 cubic metres is the space it encloses
Stands taller than the leaning tower of Pisa
Steel trellis dome is one of the largest single structures on site
The size of 16 tennis courts and weighs as much as 500 elephants
Al Wasl means connection in Arabic
World’s largest 360-degree projection surface
The specs: 2018 Volkswagen Teramont
Price, base / as tested Dh137,000 / Dh189,950
Engine 3.6-litre V6
Gearbox Eight-speed automatic
Power 280hp @ 6,200rpm
Torque 360Nm @ 2,750rpm
Fuel economy, combined 11.7L / 100km
THE SPECS
Engine: 6.75-litre twin-turbocharged V12 petrol engine
Power: 420kW
Torque: 780Nm
Transmission: 8-speed automatic
Price: From Dh1,350,000
On sale: Available for preorder now
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Ant-Man and the Wasp
Director: Peyton Reed
Starring: Paul Rudd, Evangeline Lilly, Michael Douglas
Three stars
'Brazen'
Director: Monika Mitchell
Starring: Alyssa Milano, Sam Page, Colleen Wheeler
Rating: 3/5
If you go
Where to stay: Courtyard by Marriott Titusville Kennedy Space Centre has unparalleled views of the Indian River. Alligators can be spotted from hotel room balconies, as can several rocket launch sites. The hotel also boasts cool space-themed decor.
When to go: Florida is best experienced during the winter months, from November to May, before the humidity kicks in.
How to get there: Emirates currently flies from Dubai to Orlando five times a week.
The specs
Engine: 77.4kW all-wheel-drive dual motor
Power: 320bhp
Torque: 605Nm
Transmission: Single-speed automatic
Price: From Dh219,000
On sale: Now
Disclaimer
Director: Alfonso Cuaron
Stars: Cate Blanchett, Kevin Kline, Lesley Manville
Rating: 4/5
Business Insights
- As per the document, there are six filing options, including choosing to report on a realisation basis and transitional rules for pre-tax period gains or losses.
- SMEs with revenue below Dh3 million per annum can opt for transitional relief until 2026, treating them as having no taxable income.
- Larger entities have specific provisions for asset and liability movements, business restructuring, and handling foreign permanent establishments.
SPECS
Engine: 4-litre V8 twin-turbo
Power: 630hp
Torque: 850Nm
Transmission: 8-speed Tiptronic automatic
Price: From Dh599,000
On sale: Now
Living in...
This article is part of a guide on where to live in the UAE. Our reporters will profile some of the country’s most desirable districts, provide an estimate of rental prices and introduce you to some of the residents who call each area home.
Wicked
Director: Jon M Chu
Stars: Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, Jonathan Bailey
From Zero
Artist: Linkin Park
Label: Warner Records
Number of tracks: 11
Rating: 4/5
How to protect yourself when air quality drops
Install an air filter in your home.
Close your windows and turn on the AC.
Shower or bath after being outside.
Wear a face mask.
Stay indoors when conditions are particularly poor.
If driving, turn your engine off when stationary.
MATCH INFO
Uefa Champions League last-16, second leg:
Real Madrid 1 (Asensio 70'), Ajax 4 (Ziyech 7', Neres 18', Tadic 62', Schone 72')
Ajax win 5-3 on aggregate
